Product Overview & Quality

Product Name: Diethyl Ether (Ethyl Ether)
Grade: Analytical Reagent (AR Grade), > 99.5% purity. Packed in 2.5 L containers for high-volume laboratory applications requiring superior purity and low residue.
Physical Properties: Clear, colorless, highly volatile liquid with a sweet, pungent, and characteristic odor.
Key Use: Widely used as a solvent for liquid-liquid extraction, a medium for Grignard reactions, and in pharmaceutical and forensic analysis.

Safety & Hazards

Classification: Extremely Flammable Liquid (Category 1). Vapors are heavier than air and can travel to ignition sources and flash back.
Chemical Warning: Peroxide Formation. Diethyl ether reacts with atmospheric oxygen to form explosive peroxides upon prolonged storage or exposure to light. Never distill or evaporate to dryness without checking for peroxides.
Health Risks: Central Nervous System (CNS) depressant. Inhalation causes dizziness, headaches, and anesthesia. Prolonged skin contact causes defatting and dermatitis.
First Aid Measures: Move the victim to fresh air immediately if inhaled. Flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling & Storage

Storage: Store in a cool, dark, and well-ventilated area in tightly sealed amber bottles. Keep strictly away from heat, sparks, open flames, and direct sunlight. Use explosion-proof storage cabinets.
Precautions: Full PPE is mandatory. Handle strictly inside a certified fume hood. Do not use near non-explosion-proof electrical equipment.